August 30, 2024 by Ernie Mundell In some people, new-onset depression may stem from the same buildup of toxic plaques in the brain that have long been linked to Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study. “Our findings provide additional support for depressive symptoms as an early feature of preclinical Alzheimer’s disease,” wrote a team...
August 29, 2024 by Emma Duerden and Elizabeth Kuenzel, The Conversation Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainReturning to school can present new opportunities along with concerns and challenges. As families with autistic children prepare for the new school year, their concerns could include determining that necessary accommodations and supports are in place at school, helping children transition...
August 29, 2024 by European Society of Cardiology Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAccording to research presented today at ESC Congress 2024 patients with stable coronary artery disease who quit smoking at any timepoint after their diagnosis reduced their risk of a major event by almost 50%. In contrast, there was minimal impact on cardiovascular risk in...
By Michael FrancoAugust 27, 2024 Fasting for some period of time has been shown to have certain health benefits, but if a new mouse study applies to humans, the practice may also hold some risksDepositphotos A new study from MIT has revealed the exact mechanism by which fasting causes intestinal stem cells to regenerate, which...
AUGUST 27TH, 2024POSTED BY DARYL LOVELL-SYRACUSE (Credit: Getty Images) TAGS : FALLSOLDER ADULTSUNIVERSITY : SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY Falls are a major concern for older adults and for those that love and care for them. They are a leading cause of injury for adults older than 65, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....
August 27, 2024 by Abraham Gutman, The Philadelphia Inquirer Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe red flag signs of a hearing-related issue that requires medical attention include sudden hearing loss, or hearing loss in only one ear. Such symptoms should be taken seriously and assessed by a physician, audiologist Stephanie DiSpigno advises. DiSpigno treats hearing loss and...
COMMENTARY These Steps Can Help Patients Keep Their Feet on the Ground Bruce Berry, MD DISCLOSURES | August 19, 2024 Almost every pickleball player has fallen at some time, and all players are at risk for future falls. The data are staggering. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 4...
News Release 27-Aug-2024 Innovative research from Japan challenges negative perceptions, revealing the psychological benefits of video gaming Peer-Reviewed PublicationOsaka University image: Video Gaming—A Path to Improved Mental Well-Being. Study reveals gaming improves mental well-being across diverse demographics. Credit: Hiroaki Kanemitsu, Hiroyuki Egami A pioneering study titled “Causal effect of video gaming on mental well-being in...
August 26, 2024 by Linda Skidmore, West Virginia University New West Virginia University research finds heart rate variability—the time between heartbeats—reported on smartwatches and rings is different from what’s recorded in clinical settings. Credit: WVU Illustration/Aira BurkhartAt a time when usage of smartwatches and rings has become more common, a West Virginia University human performance...
August 27, 2024 by The Associated Press In this Aug. 26, 2019 file photo, a municipal biologist examines a mosquito in Salt Lake City. Credit: AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, file The world’s deadliest animal can be squashed flat with a quick slap: It’s the mosquito. The buzzing insects are more than annoying—they spread disease. When they...
